3.5
15 Ratings
Summary
Child neurology is the focus of Dr. Akila Venkataraman's practice, with board certification in neurology with special qualification in child neurology from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She treats epilepsy, seizure conditions, and non-epileptic seizures, and performs electroencephalograms. Dr. Venkataraman has practiced neurology for 33 years and is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital.
She completed two residencies at SUNY at Buffalo, University Hospital, finishing in 2000, and trained at Kasturba Medical College in India. She sees patients in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, and speaks English, Hindi, Spanish, and Tamil. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Venkataraman 3.53 out of 5.
She completed two residencies at SUNY at Buffalo, University Hospital, finishing in 2000, and trained at Kasturba Medical College in India. She sees patients in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, and speaks English, Hindi, Spanish, and Tamil. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Venkataraman 3.53 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 33 years of experience
- 11 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Hindi, Spanish, Tamil
- SUNY at Buffalo, University Hospital
- 1 specialty
- 5 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Geisinger Medical Office Building Wyoming Valley
950 E Mountain BlvdWilkes Barre, PA 18711 Tel: (570) 808-2835
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 33 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 53 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Hindi, Spanish, Tamil | Speaks English, Russian | Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati | Speaks English, Spanish |
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| Med School: Kasturba Medical College - India | Med School: State Univ Of Medicine And Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Fac Of Med | Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Akila Venkataraman
Medical Specialties
Akila Venkataraman has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Akila Venkataraman has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
Akila Venkataraman holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania. They are board certified in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at SUNY at Buffalo, University Hospital in 2000 and SUNY at Buffalo, University Hospital in 1997.
Medical School
Graduated from Kasturba Medical College - India in 1993.
NPI Number
Akila Venkataraman's NPI number is 1164417879.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Akila Venkataraman speak?
- Akila Venkataraman speaks English, Hindi, Spanish, and Tamil.
- Where is Akila Venkataraman's office located?
- Akila Venkataraman's office is located at 950 E Mountain Blvd, Wilkes Barre, PA, 18711.
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